On perusing the affidavit dated 16.7.2003 filed
by R.B.S. Negi, Joint Director Establishment (Reservation), Railway Board at
New Delhi, the contempt proceedings are dropped. However, for making incorrect
statement in the affidavit, the respondents are directed to pay a cost of Rs.10,000/-
to the petitioner. It would be open to the petitioner to challenge the final
decision taken by the respondents with regard to contention for the Headquarter
Control Post and other upgradation of post. The contempt petition stands
disposed of accordingly. Notice for contempt discharged.